Sinpex HQ | Munich
Sinpex
Hack.

48h to build the next breakthrough in AML & KYB.

Apply as Team or Individual
Deadline: 30th of May -- days
Duration
48h
Grand Prize
€5K
Teams of 4
5–8
Date
Jun 12–13
€5,000 Prize Pool· 48 Hours of Hacking· Students Only· 5 to 8 Teams· 4 per Team· Sinpex HQ Munich· Full Catering Included· AML and KYB Challenge· Free to Participate· €5,000 Prize Pool· 48 Hours of Hacking· Students Only· 5 to 8 Teams· 4 per Team· Sinpex HQ Munich· Full Catering Included· AML and KYB Challenge· Free to Participate·

What is this Hackathon about?

Two days.
Real impact.

Sinpex opens its Munich office for an intense 2 days where student teams tackle a real compliance data problem.

Build something real

The challenge is a live problem from Sinpex's KYB compliance stack. Your solution will be scored automatically against real-world test data.

Work with experts

Get direct access to Sinpex management and Sinpex engineers throughout the weekend. Ask anything, get direct answers.

Food and drinks on us

Full catering both days so you can stay focused on building. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks fully covered.

Kickstart your career

We are always looking for talented students to join Sinpex. Show what you can build before you graduate.

How to win

Four steps.
Simple.

From application to award ceremony, here is what to expect.

1

Apply

Fill in the short application form as a team of up to 4, or as an individual. Takes under 5 minutes.

2

Get Selected

We review all applications and notify accepted teams 2 weeks before the event. Spots are limited.

3

Show Up

Arrive at Sinpex Munich on Day 1. Get briefed on the challenge, meet your competitors and start building.

4

Build and Win

48 hours of hacking with access to the Sinpex team and a shot at €5,000. Best solution takes the prize.

The Jury

Meet the people
judging your work.

Sinpex's full management team will evaluate the final presentations and decide the winners.

Camillo
Dr. Camillo Werdich
CEO

Founder of Sinpex, ex-Deloitte Team lead, PhD at University of St. Gallen

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Philipp
Dr. Philipp Eska
CFO

ex-McKinsey, Co-Head M&A at zahneins, PhD at University of St. Gallen

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Werner
Werner Krahe
CTO

Senior Product Manager & R&D Manager, ex-LeanIX (acquired by SAP), Product Owner at Recommind (acquired by OpenText)

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Jan
Dr. Jan Puzicha
CPO

Co-founder & CTO of Recommind (acquired by OpenText), CTO & SVP Product at LeanIX (acquired by SAP), PhD at University of Bonn

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Prizes

Build big.
Win bigger.

The winning team takes home a serious prize, and every finalist walks away with something worth having.

Lovable Giftcards
2nd Place
500€ worth of Lovable giftcards
€5,000
1st Place
Cash prize split across the winning team
Merch
3rd Place
Special Sinpex merchandise

Schedule

How the weekend
unfolds.

Full details confirmed closer to the date. Here is the shape of the two days.

09:00
Arrival and Check-in
Welcome at Sinpex HQ. Coffee and introductions, then straight to work.
10:00
Opening and Challenge Briefing
Management kicks off the event. The challenge is revealed. Q&A with the Sinpex team.
11:00
Hacking Begins
Teams start building. The clock starts now and does not stop.
13:00
Lunch
Quick break for food. Full catering provided. Back to hacking right after.
19:00
Dinner
Fuel up for the night ahead. Dinner provided on-site.
20:00+
Hacking through the Night
The office stays open. Sleep is optional. Most teams do not.
09:00
Breakfast
Fuel up after a heavy night. Final sprint to the submission deadline starts now.
09:00
Final Hacking Sprint
Last push to finish your build. Polish, test, document. Every minute counts.
12:00
Submissions Due
All projects submitted. Lunch provided while the jury reviews the work.
13:30
Final Presentations
Each team pitches their solution to the full Sinpex management jury. 10 minutes per team.
15:30
Jury Deliberation
The jury retreats to decide. Teams take a well-earned break.
16:00
Award Ceremony
Winners announced. Prizes handed out. End of Sinpex Hack.

FAQ

Questions
answered.

Still have a question? Reach out directly using the contact details below.

General
Who can apply? +
The hackathon is primarily aimed at IT and computer science students, but is open to all students regardless of field. Whether you study software engineering, data science, business informatics, finance or law, you are eligible as long as you are currently enrolled at a university or Hochschule.
When and where is it happening? +
The event takes place on the 12th and 13th of June 2026 at the Sinpex office in Munich.
What is the hackathon challenge about? +
The brief is shared with accepted teams ahead of the event. Expect something in the AML, KYC or RegTech space. Come with strong problem solving skills and an open mind.
Is it free to attend? +
Yes, participation is completely free. There is no registration fee. Sinpex covers all food and drinks for the entire weekend.
Registration and Logistics
Do I need a team already? +
No. You can apply as a full team of up to 4 people or as an individual. We will help match solo applicants with teammates before the event.
Will food be provided? +
Yes. Full catering is provided across both days including breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks throughout. You will not need to worry about food or drinks for the entire weekend.
Can I stay overnight? +
Yes. The overnight stay is at the Sinpex office. The space stays open and accessible throughout the night. At hackathons, people barely sleep anyway.
What is the application deadline? +
The deadline is the 30th of May. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We strongly recommend applying early as spots fill quickly.

Still have a question?

Reach out to the Sinpex Hack team directly.

leon.linde@sinpex.ch johanna.schiecke@sinpex.ch

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